Meghan Markle is 'building bridges with royal family' by sending As Ever goodies to King Charles: Experts
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Meghan Markle might have quietly extended an olive branch to her father-in-law, King Charles.
As reported by Fox News, Prince Harry’s wife and the As Ever founder has allegedly sent a box of delicacies from her brand to her ailing father-in-law, who recently had a short stint at the hospital for cancer treatment.
According to "a very well-placed source," a "sample box of delights from As Ever has been delivered to Clarence House with a note,” reported the outlet.
King Charles resides in Clarence House with his wife Queen Camilla.
Meghan Markle sent a gift box to King Charles
The source shared that a box with a note was sent to King Charles, while adding that “this was a gifted idea from… the Duchess of Sussex."
"An As Ever gift box [was sent], which included the… jams, honey, crepes mix and various assortments, according to a very well-placed source," an insider told the outlet.
They further noted that the Duchess of Sussex reportedly holds the king in “such high regard."
King Charles had walked her down the aisle during her marriage to Prince Harry.
The sources further noted that the ‘Suits’ alum has also sent her lifestyle products along with hand-written notes to her other close friends, including Kris Jenner and Zoe Saldana.
Referencing the purported gesture of Meghan sending a well-curated gift box to the king, royal insiders noted that if this happens to be true, it would mark the mother-of-two’s attempt at "building bridges with the royal family" following her royal departure in 2020 when she and her husband stepped down from the royal duties and relocated to the US.
Royal insider weighs in on Meghan Markle's alleged gesture
Speaking to Fox News, British broadcaster and photographer Helena Chard said that if Meghan Markle has indeed sent a box, then the timing is perfect as the king has recently celebrated his 20th anniversary with Queen Camilla.
"The curious of us wonder whether Meghan sent a [box] of her As Ever edibles to King Charles," said the broadcaster, while noting, "However, none of my royal sources have confirmed either way… Charles and Queen Camilla's 20th wedding anniversary is the perfect time for Meghan to highlight her brand products to her royal connections…”
She further explained, “[And] King Charles loves top-quality food. He offers quality preserves through his Highgrove Estate and the royal household’s official store."
"We may have to wait a while and see if senior royal aide, Sir Clive Alderton, records a gift from Meghan, a gift which is passed on to staff or a charity," Chard added, before pointing out, “King Charles will be relieved that his daughter-in-law is trying to keep the wolves from the door. However, this will be a fleeting thought as it’s business as usual for the king."
